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Friday, April 11, 2014

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Come Saturday, Chelsea are set to host Arsenal at the opulent Stamford Bridge, in what promises to be a nerve-racking London derby, as the race for the premier league crown gathers pace. Chelsea’s slip up against Aston Villa, meant Arsenal reduced the gap at the top to four points,following their win over Tottenham, with a game in hand. In arguably the biggest game of the title run-in to date, the Gunners will try to cut the gap on the table-topping Blues to one point on Saturday afternoon.

The Blues have been dominant at Stamford Bridge throughout the season, and are yet to drop points against the “Big Four” at home. The self proclaimed ‘Special One’ boasts an unbeaten record against Wenger in all competitions, and would look to extend the winning streak over his French counterpart. On the other hand, the Arsenal boss would be hoping his side replicates their performance at White Hart Lane, Prediksi Manchester City vs Fulham and reflect a first defeat for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge under Mourinho’s tutelage. Throughout his 18-year reign, Wenger has overseen three Premier League championship wins and four FA Cup successes, and victory at Stamford Bridge would vastly improve his chances of adding to that and ending Arsenal's eight-year trophy drought.

His opposite number, though, remains unbeaten in 75 home league matches as Chelsea boss, although the Champions League quarter-finalists did suffer a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa in their last outing. Prediksi Cardiff City vs Liverpool The hosts will be without the suspended duo of one-named Brazilians Ramires and Willian, both of whom saw red at Villa Park much to the dismay of Jose Mourinho, who was also sent off by referee Chris Foy.

Arsenal centre-back Laurent Koscielny, who produced an immense display last weekend to thwart former Gunner Emmanuel Adebayor in the North London derby, will likely have Samuel Eto'o to contend with. Prediksi West Ham vs Man United The Cameroonian striker, who turned 33 last week, has netted in each of his last two games and has made a habit of scoring important goals against the division's other top sides this season.

Nemanja Matic, who is ineligible for European competition, will return to fill the void left by Ramires and could be joined in midfield by both Frank Lampard and David Luiz, with Mourinho having favoured a more cautious approach against Chelsea's title rivals so far this campaign.

Injury won't deny Ashley Cole the chance to face the club he left to sign for the Blues, but Cesar Azpilicueta will. Cole is fit again following a knee problem, but will only be among the home substitutes.

Wenger heads into his landmark match without four of his most senior figures. The sidelined Aaron Ramsey, Mesut Ozil, Theo Walcott and Jack Wilshere will all miss Arsenal's game with their capital rivals.

The visitors could name the same starting XI that beat Tottenham Hotspur last Sunday, although Mathieu Flamini could be picked instead of Lukas Podolski if Wenger feels an extra midfielder is needed.

Chelsea :The Blues are on the back of three successive wins at home, including a 4-0 rout of Tottenham in their last home game. Chelsea would look to get their title bid back on track without the services of Willian and Ramires, who were sent off at Villa Park. Andre Schurrle and Frank Lampard are expected to slot in for the suspended Brazilian duo.

David Luiz has recovered from his groin niggle, however Ashley Cole’s return date is still unknown. Marco Van Ginkel has resumed full training, but is not expected to feature against Arsenal. Samuel Eto’o has been in goal-scoring form lately, and is expected to start ahead of Fernando Torres.

Arsenal :The Gunners would be high on confidence going into Saturday’s encounter, following their victory against Tottenham in an evenly contested North-London derby. Wenger’s tactical shift of playing Rosicky down the right, paid rich dividends, as the Czech international netted the winner. Oxlade-Chamberlain is expected to shrug off his calf injury and take his place in the starting line-up.

With Ramsey still absent due to injury, Cazorla is likely to partner Mikel Arteta, with Lukas Podolski slotting in on the left, as Arsenal look to deploy a 5 man midfield to negate Chelsea’s counter attacking system. Ozil, Wilshere and Walcott remain long term absentees. Prediksi Chievo vs AS Roma

Monday, October 11, 2010

Well, an eventful day yesterday, but the lovely new box is in and we realise how shagged the old one was - this is so much quieter.

Stayed overnight with Richard and Tanya who very generously offerd use nof their paddock instead of another night in the workshop! After a fine dinner and breakfast, we said out goodbyes and went to pay Nigel for all his help. Christinee giftred us 6 fresh eggs and we agreed to meet at Billing next summer. I think we'll probably stop in on our way to Morocco next autumn, cos we are going to try again!

A short drive south brings us to the home of more friends, George and Alan in Cahors. They've gone back to the uk for the winter but we'll camp here tonigt and head for Carcassonne tomorrow.

TJ very tired, I think the stress of the last week is working its way out.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Well, an eventful day yesterday, but the lovely new box is in and we realise how shagged the old one was - this is so much quieter.

Stayed overnight with Richard and Tanya who very generously offerd use nof their paddock instead of another night in the workshop! After a fine dinner and breakfast, we said out goodbyes and went to pay Nigel for all his help. Christinee giftred us 6 fresh eggs and we agreed to meet at Billing next summer. I think we'll probably stop in on our way to Morocco next autumn, cos we are going to try again!

A short drive south brings us to the home of more friends, George and Alan in Cahors. They've gone back to the uk for the winter but we'll camp here tonigt and head for Carcassonne tomorrow.

TJ very tired, I think the stress of the last week is working its way out.

Wednesday, October 06, 2010

As most of you may know, the goddamned sodding bastardy car packed up on Saturday. Tj and out good samaritan discovered this morning that it wasn't the transfer box, but the gearbox, a supposedly indestructible santana lt85. Replacement ordered from uk, on overnight shipping, but the van broke down on the way to collect it. So it probably won't be here tomorrow, rather Friday, and that's a whole week down the swanee.

So, new plan is to see a bit more of france and maybe stray into germany. Return ferry not till 22nd, so we still have a fortnight. All is not lost, but something is telling us not to go to morocco this year!